1987 Holden Drover vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 148 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Drover | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |